Hi friends! I love seeing all the quilts you have entered in the Festival! If you haven’t entered yet, there’s still time! Visit this post and select a category your quilt falls into, and link up. Also, there have been lots of nominations, but there’s always room for more – select a favorite from all […]

Over the weekend we finally squeezed in a camping trip! After school on Friday, we packed up and drove an hour away to find a camp site in the Uintah Mountains. It’s amazing the beauty that is so close! Everyone enjoyed sleeping in the tent, fishing, hiking and smores! I am so thankful to have […]

As of this morning there are 572 quilts entered in our Festival! Amazing! There’s still time if you have been working on a finish, or working up the nerve to participate. Everyone is welcome, no matter your style or skill level. We would love to see your quilt – please go write a post and […]

I’m so glad to have you help me celebrate 500 posts! It wouldn’t be possible with out all of you :)I took a little time on Saturday to make some house blocks for V. Pulled out a little extra yardage, from a different project, cut, and whaalaa -Houses in FrolicWhat do you think? I […]

for — my family- the warmer temperatures- checking things off my list- opportunities- a good home for kittyMy girls are very sad that the kitty did not stay. I’m sad to be so allergic…Blessings~Amy—————————————————Next steps:Subscribe to Amy’s Creative SideShop with AmyFollow Me on TwitterBecome a fan of Amy’s Creative Side on FacebookEmail me

I received a fantastic surprise in the mail yesterday!Jackie sent two sets of her favorite pins and “That Purple Thang” claiming it is her extra hand in the sewing room.I’m excited to put them all to good use! Thank you so much Jackie!—–We are spending the day with Grandpa and Grandma – I hope you are having a great day~Amy—————————————————Next […]

Today, is my two year blogiversary! I am amazed at how time keeps on ticking by, and I’m so thankful for the community online. I’m constantly inspired and pushed to be more creative, and encouraged in the adventure of motherhood – I LOVE it!Looking back at the last year, I’m overwhelmed –Last year about this […]

for so many things – here’s a few~ sleep, I’ve been getting a little more~ Joe – he’s been filling the gaps while I’m sick, and finishing up my projects~ binding clips, my hands would be shriveled up without them~ balmy 45F temp’s outside the last few days~ Natalia! There’s no way I’d be meeting […]

It’s been a while since I’ve made a list, and with so much turmoil in other parts of the world I have so much to be thankful for.I’m thankful for – – My loving, supportive family, and Joe who is working hard- the beautiful snow falling outside- our warm, safe home- Owen starting to talk […]

Thank you all for your kind words of congratulations! I’m so very happy to be busy quilting for my book – but it is hard to not share my work here. My family is not as excited about my quilts as all of you usually are :)Look what came to my mailbox over the weekend!My […]

Hi I'm Amy! Here's what you need to know about me - I love to sew! I learned to sew garments as a girl, then taught myself to quilt as a young mom. I've been writing books and patterns for the last five years, and hope to inspire you in your own quilting journey!